Is that a legit concern in Cape Coral (which is my preferred location over Lehigh Acres)?

For all I know they are absolutely legit, I'm just not sure the best way to ensure I'm not screwing myself over for the next 12 months etc. 

>if I had a lot more energy I'd just pick 10 properties off the MLS right now in different Midwestern cities where you can comfortably cashflow right out of the gate.You listed one such example and it had negative cash flow using legit expenses.  0 for 1 so far.  

Here is what I proposed:Setup fees : Administration Setup:One Time Fee: $400Guidebook: Using professional photos give the guests a professional tour of the house and how the home works (Wifi passwords // How to use grill // How to use propane fireplace // Hot tub instructions // Sauna instructions //Check in and check out instructions //where extras may be storedOTA (Online Travel Agency) setups: taking professional photos and actively updating your listing on popular platforms;PMS (Property Management System) Setup Smart Pricing Set upWebsite integrationOther (furniture arrangement / design / décor shopping and set up) $50 per hour· Placement fees · Marketing Cost: Variable depending on needs/wants for marketingFacebook AdsGoogle Ads Cleaners: Set up procedures/take pics of expectations· Management fee—30%Guest communicationCleaner communicationSetting Rental rateDealing with small maintenance issuesBooking CoordinationSmart Lock integrationKeeping supplies stocked (TP, paper towel, all cleaning products, coffee, filters, creamer, sugars, teas,)(Receipts would be submitted on a monthly basis for either reimbursement or book keeping purposes)Encouraging guests to leave good reviews by periodically checking in, providing a review template, and ensuring guests receive the amenities they are looking forContinued marketingMajor Maintenance fees—OwnerCleaning and laundry services fees: Cleaning fee to the guest depending on how cleaner wants to charge

It will take a while for this opportunity to fully unfold, as it's a bit clunky at the moment, but things could look a lot different in the platform space a year from now.If you own any Airbnb stock, this might be a good time to sell it. 

I have looked at CE Shop and OnlineEd, but did not like their platform.

It doesn't pass the smell test.It could be completely legit, but I would definitely dig deep into his contracts, talk to other clients, and really vet him before moving forward.

And wondering if I should be looking at platforms like CloudBeds, ReservationKey, ResNexus, etc. 

I use Baselane as my banking and bookkeeping platform, which makes this very easy to do.

A platform for list building?